makes ½ cup (2 tablespoons per serving) · prep time: 5 minutes
Making your own seasoning blends at home is quick and easy, not to mention better for you. It will likely save you money as well. There are a lot of unnecessary additives in store-bought seasoning packets.
ingredients
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 3 tablespoons ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon celery salt
• 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
directions
- Mix together all of the ingredients and place in an airtight container.
- Store in the spice cabinet for up to 3 months.
- tip: To make taco meat, simply brown the ground beef, ground turkey, or other meat of choice, then drain the excess grease.
- Add 2/3 cup of water and 1/4 cup of taco seasoning per pound of meat, reduce the heat to low, and let simmer for 5 minutes, or until thickened.
CALORIES: 46 | FAT: 2 g | PROTEIN: 2 g | TOTAL CARBS: 8 g | DIETARY FIBER: 3 g | NET CARBS: 5 g
FAQ
Q: How much taco seasoning do I use for one pound of meat
A: For every pound of meat, use 1/4 cup of this taco seasoning and 2/3 cup of water. After browning the meat and draining the grease, add the seasoning and water, then simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
Q: How long does homemade taco seasoning last
A: When stored in an airtight container in your spice cabinet, this homemade taco seasoning will stay fresh for up to 3 months.
Q: Is this taco seasoning recipe spicy
A: This recipe includes ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper, which gives it a mild level of heat. You can easily adjust the amount of cayenne to make it more or less spicy to your preference.
Q: Why is homemade taco seasoning better than store-bought
A: Making your own seasoning is better because you can avoid the unnecessary additives often found in store-bought packets. It’s also quick, easy, and can save you money.
